Paul Dearman
A practical, person-centered counselor
LPC Connecticut
- Experience
- 8 years in practice
- Focus areas
- Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem, Career
- Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
- Languages
- English
About Paul
Paul Dearman is an LPC with eight years of clinical experience who practices with an emphasis on practical, person-centered support.
Background and approach
He draws on cognitive behavioral ideas alongside humanistic and depth-oriented perspectives to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, substance concerns, relationship and family challenges, career questions, ADHD, trauma and abuse, and other life transitions. His background as a counselor and life coach informs a collaborative approach that aims to clarify goals and build usable skills.
Paul’s style is relaxed and adaptable, grounded in empathy, humor, and a belief in clients’ existing strengths. He works with each individual to shape conversations and a treatment plan that fit their situation, combining structured techniques with exploration of meaning and personal narratives.
Located in Connecticut and licensed as an LPC, he accepts English-speaking and international clients and offers multiple online formats to suit different needs.
Therapeutic approaches and online access
Paul often integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and client-centered work to offer both skills-based tools and an empathic, person-focused space. CBT involves identifying patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to stress or mood concerns and practicing new strategies to shift them, which can help with anxiety, depression, sleep issues, and coping with life changes. Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening, unconditional positive regard, and supporting a client’s own direction, which is useful for building self-esteem and clarifying values.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Paul collaborates with clients to determine which methods fit their goals and preferences. He adapts dialog and treatment planning over time so that therapy stays relevant and practical for the individual’s needs.
Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These formats let clients choose what works best for their schedule and communication style, support ongoing skill practice between meetings, and make it easier to maintain continuity of care across locations.
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Experience
8+ years
Licensed
Connecticut
Languages
English